Some of the most dangerous things are not doing what we love and never experiencing the elation that comes with time spent outside, enjoyed with your people.
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The 14th annual Fly Fishing Film Tour stops in Spokane on January 28, 2020, at the Bing Crosby Theater, followed by film tour events in Seattle, Portland, Bend, Boise, Missoula, and many more cities around the Pacific Inland NW.
Fly Fishing Film Tour Comes to Spokane & other NW Cities Read More »
Just over a 4.5-hour drive from Spokane, and even closer from North Idaho, Fernie is an authentic mountain town nestled in the dramatic peaks of the Canadian Rockies and an epic escape for trail lovers of all types. The abundance of mountain biking, hiking, and running trails that surround the historic downtown, from challenging singletrack
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1,000 feet. 1,100. 1,200. Applying botanical knowledge and directional abilities more novice than my mountain biking, I was crudely estimating elevation gain on a knee-creaking climb to the Kettle Crest by observing the changing patterns of lupine lining the trail. There were lush clusters at first, proud stands of purple parade goers gustily waving riders
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Andrew Mentzer, Executive Director of the West Central Mountains Economic Development Council (WCMEDC) and local adventure cyclist Dave Beck pedal south and then west out of town, past working farms and vacation homes clustered at the south end of Cascade Lake. There’s no racing and no destination, just the buzz of bike tires on blacktop
Miles of Opportunity: Gravel Riding in West-central Idaho Read More »
Swim, bike, and run in and around stunning Priest Lake, Idaho, in the Priest Lake Triathlon on August 24. The stunning beauty of Priest Lake provides athletes with classic Northwest views as they compete around the forested hillsides around the lake. If you’re traveling with family or want to play after the race, take advantage
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Harrison, Idaho, is a small resort town at the intersection of a world-class cycling trail and the scenic south end of Lake Coeur d’Alene. Tucked into the scenic Idaho Panhandle mountains, the refreshing recreation opportunities are many, but what makes Harrison unique is its authentic, laid-back lake town feel. The result is a super relaxed
Laid-back on the Lake: Don’t Miss these Festivals & Celebrations in Harrison, Idaho Read More »
Rejuvenate your June-through-August routine and take advantage of some of the best outdoor opportunities the Northwest has to offer.
100 Ways to Play Outside This Summer Read More »
The Northwest Cup is back, bringing the fastest downhill mountain bikers in the region to battle it out on one of the best courses of the year. This is the biggest downhill race of our season, and is just as fun to watch as it is to compete in, don’t miss it! Discounted lift tickets
Memorial Day weekend is the ceremonial start to camping, and it’s not too late to book a trip at any of the hundreds of campgrounds throughout the Northwest. If you’re new to camping, how should you decide where to go? One of my favorite aspects of camping is that the actual campground serves as an
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